Application; Contraindications - Physiomed IONOSON-Basic Operating Instructions Manual

1 Introduction
The function of IONOSON-Basic are controlled by a microprocessor. Essential components are permanently
controlled by the processor and thus faulty operation is prevented. After switching on, all instrument func-
tions are checked during an automatic self-test routine.
The instrument complies with all current safety standards. It meets the requirements of the EC directive
concerning medical devices (93/42/EEC) and is therefore CE-labelled.

1.6 Application

The IONOSON-Basic was designed for the following applications:
Stimulation current therapy
• Pain therapy (analgesia)
• Circulatory stimulation
• Mobilization and muscle stimulation
• Iontophoresis
Ultrasound therapy
• Punctual heat therapy in the area of joints, nerves, tendons and muscles
• Pain treatment in case of arthrosis and non-articular rheumatism
• Trophism improvement in case of posttraumatic conditions and ulcus cruris
• Supporting passive and active exercises
Simultaneous Therapy
• Simultaneous application of stimulation current and ultrasound

1.7 Contraindications

Contraindications to stimulation current therapy or simultaneous treatment:
• Highly inflammatory, fever-prone disorders
• Pregnancy
• Patients with cardiac pacemakers or other implanted stimulators
• Malignant tumours
• Skin lesions
• Implants containing metal parts within the area of treatment
Contraindications to ultrasound or simultaneous therapy:
• Fever-prone disorders and acute inflammatory processes
• Tuberculosis
• Gastric ulcers
• Vascular disorders of the extremities (thrombophlebitis, thrombosis, varicosis)
• Tumours
• Circulatory insufficiency, coronary diseases, cardiac arrhythmia
• Acute articular rheumatism
• Diabetes mellitus
• Septic inflammations
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